The Love of the human being for God is a reverence which penetrates the very depths of his being, and which is not permitted to be given except to Allah alone. The Love of Allah for the human being is that He Himself gives proof of Himself, not revealing Himself to anything that is not He.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Human love for God is unique and exclusive, while God's love proves His existence without revealing Himself to others.
- In plain terms
- Only humans can truly love God, and God shows Himself through love, not to things.
- What can you take from it?
- Reserve ultimate reverence for the divine and recognize it as a unique bond.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes love for the divine unique?
- How is divine love proven?
Another view
The exclusivity claim may conflict with inclusive or pluralistic spiritual views.
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